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The National Finals Rodeo’s in town and there’s no escaping it – from music and comedy to drink specials and, well, just general cowboyness all over the place. But after the Rodeo comes Christmas, and if you’re more in the mood for gingerbread twinkliness than a cheap Crown Royal, there’s plenty of that on offer too. Oh, and it’s First Fridays. Never a dull moment…
Music: Wayne Newton’s headlining at Harrah’s for the next month (11/22-12/30); Derek Sholl will be at the Monte Carlo (11/30-12/09); Randy Travis is appearing at the Golden Nugget (11/30-12/03); Barenaked Ladies will perform at the Aladdin (12-01); all weekend Big & Rich will be at the Las Vegas Hilton (12/01-12/03); Earl Klugh’s at the Suncoast (12/01-12/03); Rodney Adkins will be at Santa Fe Station (12/01-12/02); Steve Holy is performing at Boulder Station (12/01-12/02); Styx play the Luxor (12/01-12/02); headlining at the Hard Rock is Uncle Kracker and Shooter Jennings (12/01); Billy Dean will be at Whiskey Pete’s (12/02); Gary Allen and James Ingram are appearing at Mandalay Bay’s House of Blues (12/01-12/02), as are Black Label Society and Black Stone Cherry (12/03); Death Cab for Cutie’s at the Hard Rock (12/03); and My Red Carpet featuring Chris Brown and Jesse McCartney will be at the Orleans (12/03)
Comedy: Howie Mandel headlines at MGM Grand (11/30-12/06) and Larry the Cable Guy’s at the Orleans (12/02)
Culture: Now open the 6th Annual Gift of Lights in Sunset Park (11/17-1/01); the Ethel M Botanical Gardens have been turned into a "Chocolate Wonderland," with half a million lights adorning the cacti; Lake Las Vegas is currently home to a giant floating ice rink and the Gingerbread House Gallery; Cavalia’s still in town at the Rio and has now been extended until the 22nd (11/16-12/22); it’s First Friday time again downtown (12/01); Art in the Stars will be at the Stratosphere (12/01); and the Drop Dead Gorgeous nationwide beauty pageant finals take place at the Beauty Bar on 3rd St. (12/2)
NFR highlights: Hard Rock's hosting "Rodeo at the Rock," with an entertainment lineup including music events and a custom car and bike show, plus a free shot and beer when you present your NFR ticket stub and Bud/Jack Daniels drink specials; Mirage host’s nightly meet-n-greets with top rodeo competitors; Friday night the Palms is hosting a "Daniels Darlins" contest in The Lounge, with JD drink specials and merchandise giveaways; and Harrah's outdoor country-themed party nightly kicks off at 4 on Sunday on the southwest corner of Flamingo, with live DJ, mechanical bull, line dancing, and cash prizes
Other Events:Hitzville the Show will be at the Las Vegas Hilton (12/03-02/12); Holiday of Nations is starting at 2751 Emerson Ave. and all proceeds will benefit Youth For Human Rights (12/01-12/03); Henderson’s Terrible 400 Desert Race will have a free concert and pre-race car show on Friday on Water St. and the race starts Saturday at 6 pm, exit US 95 towards Searchlight, the start/finish line is two miles from the exit (12/01-12/02)
In case you needed proof that comedy was taking over rodeo week
Bill Engvall will preview "15 Degrees Off Cool," a new comedy album coming in February, with next week's shows at The Orleans.
They rule National Finals Rodeo week. And as long as they can still conquer while divided, there's no rush for the four kings of Blue Collar Comedy to unite on the same stage.
Not that Bill Engvall hasn't brought it up. "I'd love to see the four of us get together and do four nights during the NFR. Can you imagine?" he says in his friendly Texas lilt.
Maybe even billed as "one last time together," he adds. "Don't think I haven't pitched that to our management."
Maybe next year. This time, Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy are doing their own shows at the Orleans Arena, while Engvall and Ron White are staying busy with multiple shows during rodeo week. White returns to Mandalay Bay for two shows Dec. 9, while Engvall plays The Orleans Wednesday through Dec. 9.
"Eventually it will get to the point where everybody will realize the sum is bigger than the parts," he says. "Right now the parts are all doing real well."
Since the first Blue Collar Comedy Tour in 2000, the four stand-ups have elbowed aside some of the country singers who once made Las Vegas a country festival serving as a parallel draw to the actual rodeo.
Engvall crashed Larry's arena stage last year. "That kid is doing rock star business," he says, and his show is "about as close to a rock concert as (a comedian) can get."
But despite their fame, he believes audiences pick up on the fact that "we're just normal guys who realize we got really lucky," Engvall says. That's why you might see him out in the casino after the show. "Why am I going to be the guy who just goes to his hotel room now?"
Though he admits "the paycheck is nice" for an arena date, "my act is more geared to a theater-type audience." While Larry knocks 'em down with one-liners, Engvall's more reality-based suburban comedy thrives in extended monologues. A new routine about flying with the Thunderbirds runs 20 minutes.
"Comedy can get too big," he says. "One of the most integral parts of stand-up is that intimacy. You can see facial expressions. You're in on the show."
Still, the 49-year-old comedian says he would be lying if he claimed not to enjoy the success that came after years as a struggling actor and club-level comic. "There is something really cool about seeing your name in big letters. I'm gonna tell you something, brother. I can remember playing Vegas when the roast beef buffet and 99-cent shrimp cocktail had bigger billing than I did."
Engvall worked the Improv comedy club at the Riviera in the 1980s, years before the 1996 comedy album "Here's Your Sign" pushed his signature routine into bigger stardom. During a week in which he would do 21 sets in seven nights, "My wife would give me a hundred bucks for the week. That was for eating, drinking and gambling. I spent a lot of time on the nickel machines."
He worked the Sahara as a rodeo-week headliner in his own right in 1998, and the Blue Collar tour two years later started out as a joke with the slightly-more-famous Foxworthy: "Maybe at the end of our careers, we'd go out together like Paul Revere and the Raiders and the Turtles."
The talk became more serious, and when the two recruited White and Larry for the first 10 dates, fans picked up on the fact that they were all friends and "it just clicked. It was amazing." The franchise grew to include concert films, a TV series, a satellite radio channel and even toy dolls. "That's just bizarre," Engvall says of the latter.
For now, the quartet has decided to leave this year's "One for the Road" DVD as their final project for the indefinite future. "For all intents and purposes, we figure that vein has been mined and we're gonna move on," White noted before a Las Vegas show in May.
There are still spinoff projects, such as Engvall and Larry filming a movie comedy, "The Delta Farce," due next May.
Engvall spent this week in California, casting a pilot for a sitcom in which he will play a family therapist who gives people "the advice they don't really want to hear." TBS fast-tracked the project to film in January. The comedian believes it struck a chord with the cable channel because of his "theory on life that we need to go back to being simple. We've gotten so complex, we've forgotten how to just live life."
"One of the comments I get when I'm on the road is, 'It's like you've got a camera in our house.' And I think television has got away from that. Everything's so young and hip. I don't know a neighborhood like 'Desperate Housewives.' "
If you waited for the weekend to jump into National Finals Rodeo-related fun, you're late. This is the first year the rodeo has started on a Thursday instead of a Friday, to fulfill its organizers' longtime wish to wrap things up on a Saturday instead of a Sunday.
Here's a quick guide to rodeo-related acts:
Gary Allan -- The California singer keeps the Bakersfield sound alive in shows with Jack Ingram today and Saturday at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay.
Rodney Atkins -- "If You're Goin' Through Hell," the Tennessee singer will sympathize today and Saturday at Santa Fe Station.
Big & Rich -- "Bareback," the topless revue full of Big & Rich music, didn't survive until rodeo week, but the duo play their stomping barroom anthems live today through Sunday at the Las Vegas Hilton.
Brooks & Dunn -- It wouldn't be rodeo week without country's venerable duo, at the Las Vegas Hilton Monday through Wednesday. But if it's a busy week for you, they'll be back at the Hilton at least twice next year.
Steve Holy -- The Texas singer seeks a "Brand New Girlfriend" today and Saturday at Boulder Station.
Larry the Cable Guy -- Country's comic sage considers it done Saturday at the Orleans Arena.
Randy Travis -- He traveled a 20-year road from "new traditionalist" to country veteran, but the voice remains unchanged today through Sunday at the Golden Nugget.
Tanya Tucker -- The former wild gal who grew up on the fringes of Las Vegas settles in at the Golden Nugget Monday through Wednesday.
Uncle Kracker, Shooter Jennings -- From the Kid Rock school of country, it will be good drinkin' with Rock's sidekick and Waylon's son at the Hard Rock Hotel today.
The rodeo's second weekend brings Vince Gill with a large band and sprawling new CD set to the Las Vegas Hilton, Thursday through Dec. 9.
Comic relief comes from Jeff Foxworthy at the Orleans Arena on Dec. 9, Ron White at Mandalay Bay on Dec. 9 and Rodney Carrington at the Luxor, Thursday through Dec. 9.
Perennial rodeo favorite Clay Walker closes out the week at the Golden Nugget Thursday through Saturday. Another old-timer from the early '90s, Tracy Lawrence, plays Boulder Station Dec. 8-9.
And rodeo fans who steer to the suburbs can find Glen Campbell and Debby Campbell at the Suncoast Thursday through Dec. 10.
There're NFR parties aplenty as the Rodeo winds up this weekend, plus classic Vegas headlining from the likes of Tom Jones and Mr Las Vegas himself, Wayne Newton. Oh, and if you're feeling energetic, it's the second annual Las Vegas Marathon (we're exhausted just thinking about it).
Music: Wayne Newton is headlining at Harrah’s for the next month (11/22-12/30); Derek Sholl will be at the Monte Carlo (11/30-12/09); Clay Walker’s appearing at the Golden Nugget (11/30-12/03); Glen Campbell, featuring Debby Campbell, will be at the Suncoast (12/07-12/10); Tom Jones is appearing at the MGM Grand (12/07-12/20); Vince Gill’s at the Las Vegas Hilton (12/07-12/09); Dierks Bentley featuring Miranda Lambert and the Randy Rogers Band will be at Mandalay’s House of Blues (12/08), as will Fear Factory (12/10); Greg Allman and Friends will be performing at Santa Fe Station (12/08); Hank Williams Jr.’s playing Caesars Palace (12/08), as is Stevie Nicks (12/08); Panic! At the Disco will be premiering at the Orleans (12/08); also at the Orleans, Trans Siberian Orchestra (12/10); and Tracy Lawrence will be at Boulder Station (12/08-12/09)
Comedy: Bill Engvall plays the Orleans (12/06-12/09), and so does Jeff Foxworthy (12/09); Rodney Carrington will be at the Luxor (12/07-12/09); Playboy Comedy Tour, featuring Jon Reep and Adam Hunter will be performing at the Palms (12/09); and Ron White’s at Mandalay Bay (12/09)
Other Events: Hitzville, the Show will be at the Las Vegas Hilton (12/03-02/12); the NFR’s leaving town this weekend (11/30-12/09) and to say goodbye, champ bull rider Tuff Hedeman, will host a meet and greet party at the Silverton (12/08); plus, champ barrel racer Fallon Tayo hosts Boots and Bikinis at Scores, with the winner of the Sexiest Cowgirl contest getting $5,000 (12/08-12/09); Flavor Flav launches his new album and hosts an album release party at Studio 54 in the MGM Grand (12/09); Opportunity Village presents the 2nd Annual Las Vegas Great Santa Run downtown (12/9); and last but not least, the 2nd Annual Las Vegas Marathon’s sets off from Mandalay Bay at 6 am, with a live performance from Blue Man Group and a party at the finish line, also at MBay (12/10)
Get Jolly with Mayor Goodman and the Staff of Hogs & Heifers Dec. 14th
It’s time to get jolly as Hogs & Heifers Saloon, with partners Joel Jarvis and The Link, host this year’s holiday networking mixer Martinis with the Mayor alongside special guest Mayor Oscar Goodman Thursday, December 14th from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Join the Mayor and his merry elves from City Hall for a drink as he proposes the first official toast of the holiday season. Santa Claus will be on hand to collect new, unwrapped toys for Hogs and Heifer’s Second Annual Toys for Tots motorcycle run benefiting Sunrise Children’s Hospital and the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation. Donate a toy and your first drink is on the house! Fun raffle prizes and giveaways will be on hand as the Hogs Holiday Wheel of Luck will be spinning.
As always, the mixer will provide the chance for local business professionals in various industries, companies and corporations throughout Las Vegas and Henderson to network with each other for mutual support and contacts.
Hogs & Heifers Saloon is known for their abundance of cold beer, beautiful women, loud classic American music and a lot of attitude with a no frills philosophy. The only policy that stands is “no lemon, no lime, no salt, no sugar, no olives, no onions, no tomato juice, no pineapple juice, no frozen drinks, no margarita glasses, no martini glasses (unless your name is Oscar!), no wine and no whining.” Hogs & Heifers is located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas’ entertainment district at 201 North 3rd Street between Stewart and Ogden, one block North of Fremont Street.
A+ Competition A+ Dance TV Show A+ Dancers A+ Music
The Dance Show of the Year
Millions of people worldwide tuned in to ESPN to watch the finals of the 1st Annual World Salsa Championships. If you missed it and want to take home the action in DVD form check:www.worldsalsachampionships.com.The winners of the four divisions, who hail from Australia, Colombia, Mexico and the United States, will defend their titles in the 2nd Annual World Salsa Championships, as the most talented dancers in the world convene in Las Vegas in December. The show will once again be seen worldwide. . .but you have a chance to be there and to be a part of the history.
The 2nd Annual Salsa Championships will bring intense action and passion to Las Vegas. The top salsa dancers from all over the world will compete in four different divisions:
œ gOn 1h Division (L.A. style/dancing on the down beat) œ gOn 2h Division (Mambo/New York style) œ Cabaret Division (with lifts above the shoulders) œ Team Division (6 or more dancers)
2nd Annual World Salsa Championships December 13 - 16, 2006
This is a true international event with dancers traveling from around the globe, including China, Japan and Korea, Mexico, Peru and Argentina, New Zealand and Australia, Israel, Spain and Bulgaria, and from across the United States and Canada.
The event will be celebrated at the Events Center of the new South Coast Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Vendors will be there to sell salsa memorabilia, clothing, books, CDs and DVDs, and many other items. After the competition, the dance floor will open up so that all guests can dance the night away to live music and renowned DJs, as they play Salsa, Mambo, Rumba and Cha-cha-cha.
Schedule:
Wednesday, December 13 (South Coast Ballroom) 8:00 pm Last chance qualifying round General Admission: $20
Thursday, December 14 (Arena) 6:00 pm Door opens 8:00 pm Dance semifinals 10:00 pm Social dancing with live music tillccc. General Admission: $40 in advance, $45 at the door Red Carpet: $95
Friday, December 15 (Arena) 6:00 pm Door opens 8:00 pm Dance semifinals 10:00 pm Social dancing with live music tillccc. General Admission: $40 in advance, $45 at the door Red Carpet: $95
Saturday, December 16 (Arena) 6:00 pm Door opens 8:00 pm Dance finals (to be broadcast on international television) 10:00 pm Social dancing with live music tillccc. General admission: $65 in advance, $70 at the door Red Carpet: $150
About TV Producer Rob Beiner: Rob Beiner will be producing the 2nd Annual World Salsa Championships for television. For more than twenty-five years, Beiner has produced or directed more than 2000 sports and entertainment telecasts for cable, network and Pay-Per-View television, including ABC Sports, CBS, NBC Sports, USA Network and ESPN. His successful production and direction career includes seven Olympic Games, notable Boxing Championship Fights such as Mike Tyson vs.Evander Holyfield, NCAA Basketball and Football, Comedy Central, and the Kentucky Derby. He is the recipient/winner of twelve SPORTS EMMY AWARDS from The National Academy of Theater Arts and Sciences.
Advance tickets are available at the South Coast Box Office, and at ticket outlets at all Coast Casinos showroom box offices, The Galleria at Sunset, Meadows and Boulevard Malls. Or you can purchase tickets by phone at (702) 284-7777. Once we have reached our capacity for a night, no additional tickets will be sold.
The Events Center is a 4,600 seat multi-purpose sports and entertainment arena. For tickets or additional information, call 702-796-7111 or visit the official WSC website at http://www.worldsalsachampionships.com, or the South Point website at http://www.southpointcasino.com.
Mayor Oscar Goodman will host the Hard Rock's unveiling of Vegas' only outdoor skating rink, the "Hard Rockafella Center," which opens at 6 pm tonight.
The Mayor will light the holiday tree at 7 pm. The fee for skating is $8 for adults, $4 for children, and $2 for skate rental, but bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots and receive free admission.
It’s definitely Christmas time and while many production shows are entering their festive dark period, there’s still plenty to do, especially for the kids (and young at heart).
Music: Mr Vegas himself, Wayne Newton, continues his headlining run at Harrah’s for the next month; The Donny Osmond Christmas Show will be at the Orleans (12/14-12/17); Paul Revere and The Raiders are appearing at the Suncoast (12/15-12/17); Tom Jones is appearing at the MGM Grand (12/07-12/20); Shiny Toy Guns will be at Mandalay Bay’s House of Blues (12/15), followed by The New Cars: Road Rage Tour (12/16); Brenda Lee’s at Buffalo Bill’s (12/16) and Senses Fail will be at the Hard Rock (12/17)
Festive Happenings: The Gift of Lights drive-thru continues in Sunset Park (11/17-1/01); the Family Christmas Tree Ice Show will be performing at the Fiesta Rancho (12/16-12/17); Hard Rockafella Center’s now open for skating (12/14-12/25); the Ethel M Botanical Gardens have been turned into a "Chocolate Wonderland," with half a million lights adorning the cacti (12/1-01/01); Lake Las Vegas is currently home to a giant floating ice rink and the Gingerbread House Gallery (11/17-12/23); the Magical Forest’s at Opportunity Village (12/23-12/30); the Bellagio conservatory’s decorations are up, featuring a 45-foot tree (12/4-01/6); Nevada Ballet Theatre presents the Nutcracker (12/14-12/27); the Teddy Bear Fantasy Suite’s open at the Four Seasons, with over 1000 teddy bears – entry’s free (12/4-12/23); and Fashion Show Mall hosts Believe in the Magic featuring dancers, an indoor snowstorm, local celebrities, and a 35-foot tree (12/08-12/24)
Other Events: the Second Annual World Salsa Championships will be at the South Point (12/13-12/16); World Champion Bull Rider and President of Championship Bull Riding, Tuff Hedeman, will be at Gilley’s (12/15); there’s autograph-signing session with Criss Angel for the debut of new Official Criss Angel Mindfreak Store to the Luxor (12/16); for poker fans, some of the WPT players currently competing at Bellagio will be appearing at Light nightclub (12/15); the Harley Davidson Fashion Rock Show, hosted by Vince Neil, will be at Pure inside Caesars (12/15) and Tangerine inside TI (12/16); comedian Robert Schimmel’s performing at the Monte Carlo (12/15-12/16); and the Las Vegas Wranglers take on the Stockton Thunder at the Orleans Arena (12/15)
Okay, it's Christmas and as everyone gears up for the madness that is New Year's Eve, even Las Vegas is experiencing a moment of domesticity and calmness this weekend (aside from in the shopping malls, of course, where insanity reins). Still, if you have any time out from the last-minute festive frenzy, there are plenty of things to do. All the festive happenings we listed last week continue (just scroll down), from ice skating at the Hard Rock to Nevada Ballet Theatre's Nutcracker. Some of the other highlights include:
The Beach Boys headlining at the Luxor (12/25-21/31)
The Findlay Toyota Las Vegas Classic basketball tournament takes place at the Orleans (12/22-12/23)
The Las Vegas Hilton hosts the Shaolin Kung Fu Show (12/22-12/24)
Revolution, the new interactive Beatles-themed ultralounge at Mirage is opening its doors to the public (12/22)
And the Neon Museum opens up the Neon Boneyard for its once-a-year only free guided tours from 10 am-4 pm (12/23)
Santa at Shark Reef
Through December 24, from 10 am-4 pm daily, Santa will be hanging out at Shark Reef (Mandalay Bay) and accepting last minute wishes from children aged 12 and under.
With each paid admission, kids will receive a complimentary photo with Santa and a candy cane.
After the all-round lunacy of New Year's Eve, Las Vegas is taking a little breather and it's a relatively quiet weekend. That said, if you’re a fan of Elvis or bull riding, a blackjack tournament player or an antique collector, an arts enthusiast or a fashion aficionado, or if you just fancy seeing some great live music or having a laugh, then you won’t be disappointed. Hmm, maybe it's not so quiet after all. This is Vegas, after all…
Music: Akon will be performing at Mandalay Bay's House of Blues (1/5/07), as will Unwritten Law, with special guests As Far As and RedGun Radar (1/06/07); Omarion’s performing at OPM (1/05/07); the Celebration of the King's life will be at the Cannery (1/05/07-1/06/07) featuring Elvis music, friends, and food; Juice Newton's at the Suncoast (1/5/07-1/07/07); Dennis Wise will be at Boulder Station (1/06/07); and Little Anthony and The Imperials are at the Rampart (1/07/07)
Comedy: Howie Mandel’s performing at MGM (1/4/07-1/17/07); Jay Leno's at the Mirage (1/05/07-11/10/07); and The BONK Show's at the Rampart (1/07/07-1/11/07)
Other Events: join Tuff Hedeman at the Championship Bull Riding at the South Point (1/05/07-1/06/07); it's First Friday time again (1/05/07) downtown, so head on down to the Arts District if you fancy a little culture (and beer); Body English inside the Hard Rock is giving away $10,000 in clothes (1/05/07); author Jarret Keene will be signing editions of his book at Mandalay Bay (1/06/07); there's a $50,000 Blackjack Tournament is at the Golden Nugget (1/05/07-1/07/07); and the Las Vegas Antique, Sporting Arms, and Custom Knife Makers Show will be at the Riviera (1/05/07-1/07/07)
The University Theatre (4737 S. Maryland Pkwy) held its grand opening last night, with a special evening of acoustic performances from MTV "Discover & Download" artists Meg & Dia, and others.
Doors open at 6 pm and tickets are $10 in advance (from Ticketmaster outlets) or $12 on the door.
For future gigs at this new venue, check out our "Shows & Events" section, under "Vegas Info."
Vegas This Weekend - With the perfect weather in the perfect city, here's whats happening...................
Take your pick from this lot:
Music: Tom Jones is at the MGM (1/18/07-1/31/07); Etta James performs at the Orleans (1/26/07-1/28/07); the Go-Gos are at the Luxor (1/26/07-1/27/07); Howard Jones will be over at Boulder Station (1/26/07); Peace Frog, A Tribute to the Doors will be at the Cannery (1/26/07-1/27/07); Scooter and Lavelle are at the Palms (1/26/07); Kenny Rankin plays Santa Fe Station (1/27/07); High School Musical, The Concert will be at the Thomas and Mack (1/28/07); and this weekend at at University Theatre it's Fletch, The Cab, I Hate Kate, Slam Dunk and Jr. Anti Sex League (1/26/07), The Higher, Forget McCarran, Pistolita and In Aviate (1/27/07), and Escape The Fate, Greeley Estates and Serene (1/28/07)
Comedy: Jay Leno's at the Mirage (1/05/07-11/10/07); Vicki Lawrence will be at the Suncoast (1/26/07-1/28/07); and Kevin Nealon’s at Mandalay Bay's House of Blues (1/27/07)
Tournaments: Imperial Palace hosts the Sinsation Poker Classic (1/26/07-1/28/07); Boulder Station's got a $5,000 No Limit Omaha Poker tourney (1/28/07); and it’s Fiesta Rancho’s $5,000 Go All In Poker tournament (1/28/07)
Other Events: the Bridal Spectacular's at the Cashman Center (1/26/07-1/27/07), 2007 Miss America Pageant is at the Aladdin (1/25/07-1/29/07); and Time Capsule: A Century of Dance will perform at the Community College of Southern Nevada (1/27/07)
The city of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services invites everyone to the 2nd annual Mardi Gras & Gumbo Festival on Saturday, Feb. 3, at Hills Park, located on Hillpointe Road west of Rampart Boulevard in Summerlin. The fun begins at 11 a.m. with performances by youth gymnastics, dance and step teams. The Blues SchoolHouse Band from the International House of Blues Foundation will entertain from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Admission is free.
A gumbo contest features entries from amateur and professional chefs. All festival attendees may sample the gumbos and cast their ballot for the best. Bowls of gumbo will be available for purchase while supplies last. Food vendors will sell other refreshments.
Test your skill playing a variety of carnival games sponsored by the youth councils from Charleston Heights and Becker community schools. Purchase 20 carnival game tickets for $5.
The event is coordinated by the staff at Becker Community School, located at 9110 Hillpointe Road in Hills Park. Becker, operated by the city of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services Recreation Division, offers a variety of recreation classes, sports, educational activities and events for ages 3 to adult. The facility routinely offers Spanish, gymnastics, T-ball, tennis, soccer, golf, basketball, ice skating, tae kwon do, parenting, tutoring, cooking, music, art, crafts, ballet/tap, hip hop/jazz and creative dance classes, children’s theatre and day camps. For more information on the Mardi Gras and Gumbo Festival or other Becker Community School activities, call (702) 229-2482.
Jim Belushi to Host Opening Night at WSA Concert in Las Vegas on Feb 1
Jim Belushi, popular movie actor and star of ABC's successful sitcom "According to Jim," has agreed to act as Master of Ceremonies for the Opening Night at WSA Concert in Las Vegas, an event benefiting Soles4Souls Inc. and the Two Ten Footwear Foundation. The private concert is open for attendees of the semi-annual WSA Show, the world's largest footwear and accessories marketplace. The concert will be held on Thursday, February 1st at 6:30 and features six Hall of Fame rock and roll acts, including Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, Mary Wilson and Booker T. & The MGs.
"We are delighted that Jim Belushi has agreed to be our Master of Ceremonies for the Opening Night at WSA Concert," said Wayne Elsey, Founder of Soles4Souls and President of Kodiak-Terra, USA Inc. "He is a perfect choice to emcee the concert because he will entertain the concert goers while bringing more awareness to the mission of Soles4Souls and the Two Ten Footwear Foundation," he said.
The concert originally featured James Brown as headliner, but due to Brown's unexpected death on Christmas Day, Little Richard agreed to take over as the headline act. In honor of Brown's memory, Soles4Souls has agreed to donate 100,000 pairs of shoes to African countries. The footwear will be delivered during 2007 on several international relief trips.
For more information on Opening Night at WSA or to buy tickets for the event, visit http://www.wsashow.com.
About The WSA Show and The Collections at WSA
The WSA Show is the world's largest and most comprehensive footwear, handbags and accessories marketplace. The twice-yearly events in Las Vegas attract more than 36,000 participants from 95 countries in 2.1 million square feet of space. The Collections at WSA, a show-within-a-show, features more than 350 luxury footwear and accessories designers from around the globe in an exclusive, upscale setting in the suites at The Venetian.
About Soles4Soles
Nashville-based Soles4Souls facilitates the donations of shoes, which will be used to aid the hurting worldwide. Shoe companies, retailers, and individuals can donate footwear (both new and used). Soles4Souls is a 501(c)(3) recognized by the IRS; donating parties are eligible for tax advantages. Visit http://www.soles4souls.org or call (888) 840-7074.
With Valentine's Day around the corner, the Clark County Library is hosting an evening panel with local authors and wedding experts including HP's own Ken Van Vechten, author of Neon Nuptials: The Complete Guide to Las Vegas Weddings.
Book sales and signings follow the Q & A and the event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. at the Jewel Box Theater, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Call 702/507-3458 for more details.
There's no shortage of music options or comedy this weekend. Oh yeah, and there's some kind of sporting event taking place, we understand...
Music: Elton John's performing at Caesars (02/02/07-02/17/07); Euge Groove's at Boulder Station (02/02/07); and so's the Little River Band (02/03/07); Larry Carlton's at the Suncoast (02/02/07-2/03/07); Pennywise plays the House of Blues(02/02/07); George Strait will be at the MGM (02/03/07); Lauryn Hill's the guest at Prince's 3121 at the Rio (02/03/07); Suburban Legends, MC Lars, Patent Pending, and Radio Reset are all at the University Theatre (02/03/07); and RBD's at the Aladdin (02/04/07)
Comedy: If it's a laugh your after, check out Drew Carey and the Improv All-Stars at the MGM (2/01/07-2/04/07); or Artie Lange at the Luxor (2/02/07-2/03/07); or Damon Wayans at the Orleans (2/02/07-2/03/07); Kevin James at the Mirage (2/02/07-2/03/07); or Eddie Griffin at Mandalay Bay (2/03/07)
Super Bowl: We covered this in depth on another thread here at VIVA LAS VEGAS, but the biggest casino parties we know of are taking place at the Golden Nugget (out by the new pool), the Gold Coast, and South Point. Plus all the major sports bars around town will be showing the game and offering food and drink specials and heaps of giveaways.
And what an action-packed weekend it is. Just look at all this stuff!
Music: Aside from all the regulars, The Moody Blues will be at the Hilton (02/08/07-02/10/07); Foreigner plays the Luxor (02/09/07-02/10/07); ForTwentyDaze will be at the University Theatre (02/09/07), as will VooDoo Glow Skulls, GDB, Guilty By Association and Over The Line (02/10/07), and Tech N9ne (02/11/07); Gary Puckett's at Boulder Station (02/09/07); Petula Clark's at the Suncoast [shouldn't she be "downtown?"] (02/09/07); Three Days Grace will be at Mandalay Bay's HoB (02/09/07), and so will Bob Weir and Rat Dog (02/11/07); Tower of Power play the Orleans (02/09/07-02/11/07); James Ingram's at Green Valley Ranch (02/10/07); Keith Sweat's at Texas Station (02/10/07); Kevin Eubanks will be at Santa Fe Station (02/10/07); and The Comets will be at the Cannery (02/10/07)
Comedy/Magic: Brad Garrett's at the Mirage (02/09/07-02/10/07); Russell Peters will be at MBay's HoB (02/10/07); the Playboy Comedy Tour at the Palms is featuring Rich Vos and Ian Bagg (02/10/07); and David Copperfield's at the MGM (02/05/07-02/18/07)
Other Events: Shane Mosley vs. Kermit Cintron will be at The Mandalay Bay Events Center (02/10/07); Jamz Cheerleading and Dance National Championships take place at the Orleans (02/08/07-02/11/07); psychic Gary Spivey's at Boulder Station (02/10/07); the Home Improvement and Backyard Living Expo is at the South Point (02/09/07-02/11/07); and the Dam Short Film Festival will take place in Boulder City (02/08/07-02/11/07)
It's flashback weekend with 60s and 70s bands hitting Vegas. Time to bust out the old bong, gas up the VW bus, and break out your tie-dyes. Bob Weir from the Grateful Dead will be performing with his band Ratdog at the House of Blues on Sunday. Be on the look out for random hippie sightings all weekend especially at Mandalay Bay. The Moody Blues and Foreigner are also playing shows this weekend on the Strip.
I guess I'm showing my age by saying......WOW. Now thats my kinda music.
This weekend's music calendar:
2.9.07 Friday Elton John @ Colosseum at Caesars Palace The Moody Blues @ Las Vegas Hilton Foreigner @ Luxor Hotel & Casino Petula Clark @ Suncoast Hotel & Casino
2.10.07 Saturday Elton John @ Colosseum at Caesars Palace The Moody Blues @ Las Vegas Hilton Foreigner @ Luxor Petula Clark @ Suncoast Keith Sweat @ Texas Station Blue Turtle Seduction @ Moondoggies West Young Love @ Beauty Bar Vegas
2.11.07 Sunday Bob Weir & Ratdog @ House of Blues Elton John @ Colosseum at Caesars Palace Petula Clark @ Suncoast Hotel & Casino
It's a triple headliner as The Platters, Beary Hobb's Drifters and Cornell Gunter's Coasters take the stage in the Sahara's legendary Congo Room. Catch these talented performers live as they present dozens of the most popular Top 20 hits of the 50's and 60's. Experience their tight harmonies on hits like “Twilight Time,” “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow,” “This Magic Moment,” “Stand By Me,” “Poison Ivy” and “Under the Boardwalk.”
Sit back for an unforgettable evening of classic R & B by three of the greatest internationally renowned vocal groups of all time — all on one stage!
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. nightly in the Congo Room.
NBA All-Star Jam Session presented by adidas is heading to Las Vegas! Jam Session is the world's largest interactive basketball theme park - so large, you could fit 38 official-size NBA basketball courts or 14 million regulation-size basketballs in it! So large, we could never fit it all on one website, so we thought we'd help you get started on your Jam Session experience....
HOW TO PREPARE FOR JAM SESSION
Keep the kids inside the day before (they'll exhaust themselves at Jam Session and sleep for 2 days)
Wear clothing and shoes you can play in (no excuses allowed on the courts or the bungee run)
Charge all cameraphones & digital cameras (you don't want a dead battery when you bump into an NBA player)
Work out your biceps (you'll need strength to carry free stuff we give away at Center Court)
Rest your voice (when NBA players, celebrities, and dance teams hit Center Court, you'll scream & cheer - trust us)
Don't worry about taking out a loan (it's affordable - only $20 for adults, $12 for kids, Kids 2 & under are free
THINGS TO DO AT JAM SESSION
Meet NBA Players & Legends
Collect FREE autographs
Shoot hoops all day on 10+ courts
Let the kids shoot 3-pointers & slam dunks at the Kids Zone
Shop at the NBA Store
Watch the NBA All-Star Practice presented by Toyota
Cheer for your favorites in the McDonald's NBA All-Star Celebrity Game presented by 2K Sports
Show your stuff on the Slam Dunk Court
Hit nothing but net at the 3-point Shootout Court
Compete against your kids at the Sling Shot Jam
Take lots of pictures as you have the time of your life!!
Jewish Film Series Tuesdays, February 6-20, 7 p.m. Charleston Heights Arts Center 800 South Brush Street, 229-6383 Four films explore Jewish issues. All are sub-titled. February 6 - “Voyages” Three ingeniously linked episodes in Poland, Paris and Tel Aviv center on contemporary Jewish women at the crossroads of life. February 13 - “The Komediant” The glory days of the Yiddish stage are brought to life in this documentary of a legendary theatrical family. February 20 - “Anne Frank Remembered” Academy Award-winning documentary sheds new light on the Jewish teenager whose famous diary made her an enduring symbol of the Holocaust. Tickets: $3
Sweet Art (all ages) Thursday, February 8, 6 to 7 p.m. Fee: $5 Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Avenue, (702) 229-4600. Make a craft your valentine is sure to love. Fun for all ages.
Daddy/Daughter Sweetheart Dance (ages 4-12 plus parent) Friday, February 9, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fee: $20 per couple Brinley Community School, 6150 Smoke Ranch Road, (702) 229-2642. Formal attire requested. Bring your daughter and enjoy dancing, photo and refreshments. Free DoggyTines Celebration (all ages) Saturday, February 10, 10 a.m. to noon Cadwallader Community School, 7775 Elkhorn Road, (702) 229-1633. Bring your beloved canine and the whole family to celebrate. Enter contests for largest or smallest dog and best dog trick. All dogs must be leashed, up to date on all vaccinations and wearing current rabies tag. No dogs in heat or that may be a threat to others. Please be responsible, courteous, and clean up after your pet. Children ages 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Rainbow Company Youth Theater Trails of Old Nevada February 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 • 7 p.m. February 11, 17, 18 • 2 p.m. Reed Whipple Cultural Center 821 Las Vegas Boulevard North, 229-6211 Take a trip to the Nevada of yesteryear. This brand new tale of early years in the Silver State will delight the entire family with its lively music and entertaining story. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 teens & seniors, $3 children 12 & under
Daddy/Daughter Dance Saturday, February 10, 4 to 6 p.m. Fee: $20 per couple; $8 each additional child Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100. Fathers will dance the evening away with special daughters as DJ Jazzy Skip spins those platters from the past.
Sweethearts' Valentine's Dance (adults) Saturday, February 10, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fee: $25 per couple Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359. A DJ and light hors d'oeuvres will help you rekindle the romance with your sweetheart. For $10 more, we'll entertain your child age 4-11. Register by Feb. 5.
Las Vegas Mass Choir Featuring Byron Stringer Sunday, February 11, 3 p.m. Charleston Heights Arts Center 800 South Brush Street, 229-6383 Listen to the joyous sounds of this popular, local gospel choir. Their music is featured on gospel radio networks across the country. Tickets: $5
Glenwillow Trio Sunday, February 11, 3 p.m. Reed Whipple Cultural Center 821 Las Vegas Boulevard North, 229-6211 Violinist Rebecca Ramsey, cellist Naldo Posella, pianist Barbara Riske and guest violinist Rebecca Li perform romantic classical music and movie love themes. Music provided in part by a grant from the Music Performance Fund and obtained with the cooperation of the Musicians Union of Las Vegas, Local No. 369, of the American Federation of Musicians. Free admission
2nd Annual Cool Rider Car Show (all ages) Sunday, February 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fee: $10 fee to show car; Free for spectators. Freedom Park, East Washington Avenue and Mojave Road Nearly 100 vehicles participated in last year's inaugural event! This year should be even better. See classic cars, trucks, low riders and more. Call 229-1646 for information.
Valentine’s Day Dance Gene White Octet, vocals by Swing Patrol Wednesday, February 14, 7-10 p.m. Charleston Heights Arts Center 800 South Brush Street, 229-6383 Celebrate Valentine’s Day dancing to favorite songs from yesteryear, including tunes made famous by Glenn Miller, the Dorseys and Benny Goodman; romantic standards from the ‘50s and ‘60s; cha chas and tangos. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 performance day
Goodtimes Fish Fry (all ages) Friday, February 16, 11:30 am-1 pm Fee: $5 Doolittle Community Center, 1950 North J Street, (702) 229-6374 Join us for a lunch of fried catfish and two side dishes. Space is limited. Call for reservations.
Free Movie in the Park (all ages) Friday, February 16, 6:30 p.m. for pre-movie activities; 7 p.m. for movie Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607 Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to enjoy "Spy Kids" family movie. Dress for the weather. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Event canceled in case of inclement weather.
The Poets’ Corner Friday, February 16, 7 p.m. West Las Vegas Arts Center 947 West Lake Mead Boulevard, 229-4800 Keith Brantley hosts a forum for established poets and open mic participants. Free admission
Mom & Son Luncheon (ages 6-14 with mothers) Saturday, February 17, 1 to 3 p.m. Fee: $12 per couple; 6 each additional person. Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607 Enjoy lunch, make a craft and create plenty of memories to take home. Casual-dressy attire.
Free Midday Inspirational Showcase and Luncheon (all ages) Tuesday, February 20, 10:30 am Showcase: West Las Vegas Library Theatre, 951 West Lake Mead Blvd. Lunch: Doolittle Community Center, 1950 North J Street Our annual showcase features singers, dancers, poets and speakers followed by lunch. The luncheon is sponsored by the Doolittle Senior Center. Lunch reservations are required by February 14; call 229-6374. Attendance at showcase is required to receive admission ticket to luncheon.
“Jazz Mystique” Dr. Gene Redden Co-presented by JU-JU Productions Through February 20 West Las Vegas Arts Center 947 West Lake Mead Boulevard, 229-4800 Local jazz musician and artist Gene Redden incorporates musical themes in many of his paintings. Free admission
3rd Annual Bid Whist Tournament (all ages) Saturday, February 24, 4-8 p.m. Entry fee: $10 Molasky Community School, 7801 West Gilmore Avenue, (702) 229-5345. Test your skill against other players. Call for information and reservations.
Old Time Barn Dance Cosponsored by Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers Saturday, February 24, 7-10 p.m. Charleston Heights Arts Center 800 South Brush Street, 229-6383 Guest band performs music for square dancing, mixers, contras, waltzes and polkas. Free dance lesson at 6:30 pm! No partner or experience needed. Tickets: $6 adults, $5 members, $3 students, active military & children
Hit and Run Bluegrass Saturday, February 24, 7 p.m. East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center 250 North Eastern Avenue, 229-1515 Up-and-coming bluegrass band infuses traditional bluegrass with youthful energy, polished vocals and hot picking. Although they have been performing together for only four years, the band has already won prestigious prizes and rave reviews. Tickets: $10 advance, $15 performance day, children 5 & under free
Wailin’ Jennys Sunday, February 25, 3 p.m. Charleston Heights Arts Center 800 South Brush Street, 229-6383 Ruth Moody, Nicky Mehta and Annabelle Chvostek are hailed for their rootsy music, dazzling three-part harmonies, and impeccable instrumentation. The trio is often featured on Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion.” Tickets: $10 advance, $15 performance day
Umoja – Rites of Passage Graduation Sunday, February 25, 3-5 p.m. West Las Vegas Library Theatre 951 West Lake Mead Boulevard Boys, age 10-13, who participated in the multi-week Rites of Passage program graduate. Rites of Passage workshops help young people learn the tools necessary to become responsible adults. Free admission
32nd Annual Talent Showcase (all ages) Monday, February 26, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. for seating. Free admission; limited seating. West Las Vegas Library Theatre, 951 West Lake Mead Boulevard, (702) 507-3989. Talented local performers display their singing, dancing, instrumental and recital abilities. If interested in performing, call Doolittle Community Center, (702) 229-6374.
Family Game Night (all ages) Friday, March 2, 6 to 8 p.m. Fee: $5 per family Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175. A night of fun with a variety of board games the whole family will enjoy.
Dr. Seuss Birthday Breakfast (all ages) Saturday, March 3, 9 to 11 a.m. Fee: $5 Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607. Eat green eggs and ham, enjoy stories, make a fun craft and celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday.
Rollin' in Dough (all ages) Monday, March 5, 5 to 6 p.m. Fee: $5 Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Avenue, (702) 229-4600. Bring the family for creative fun to roll, pound, squish, cut and mold mini masterpieces in play dough.
Mutts 'n' Masters 5K Run/1-Mile Fun Walk (ages 9-adult) Saturday, March 10, 8 to 10 a.m. Advance fees: $25 5K Run, $15 1-Mile Run/Walk; Event day: $30 5K Run, $20 1-Mile Run/Walk Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100. Bring your favorite dog and join Councilman Steve Wolfson and KVBC-TV John Fredericks with Jordan for the annual run/walk. Fee includes event T-shirt for two-legged participants, bandana for four-legged entrants, and a ribbon for all entries. Awards to first-place finishers in the 5K run. Registration forms and rules may be downloaded at http://www.lasvegasparksandrec.com or picked up at the center by March 9. Cosponsored by Land Rover Las Vegas.
Free Community Appreciation Day (all ages) Saturday, March 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. West Community Center, 2050 Sapphire Stone Avenue, (702) 229-5080. Enjoy food, fun, music, games, live performances and informational booths.
Free Storytelling & Craft Time (ages 2-adult) Tuesdays, March 13 and 27, 10 to 11 a.m. Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607. Las Vegas-Clark County Library District storyteller presents family-time puppet shows and a craft.
Lucky Clovers (all ages) Thursday, March 15, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Fee: $5 Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Avenue, (702) 229-4600. Wear green to enjoy making a project the whole family will enjoy.
Free Movie in the Park (all ages) Friday, March 16; 6:30 p.m. pre-movie activity, 7 p.m. movie Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to enjoy "Carz" family movie. Dress for the weather. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Event canceled in case of inclement weather.
Free Bicycle Safety & Maintenance Rodeo (all ages) Saturday, March 17, 1 to 3 p.m. Charleston Heights Community School, 6438 Celeste, (702) 229-4440.\ Learn the dos and don'ts of safe bicycle riding, safety tips, riding techniques and traffic laws regarding cycling. Bicycles will be inspected and tuned by NuVision staff. Cosponsored by Nevada Youth Alliance, Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club and NuVision Cyclery (rated Top 20 bicycle shop in America by Bicycling magazine).
CK Dance Fest (all ages) Saturday, March 17, 4 to 7 p.m. Register your group by Feb. 17. Tickets: $10.; $35 group entry fee. Location to be announced. Watch local dance and step groups perform. Enjoy drawings, giveaways and local celebrity judges. Sponsored by Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Avenue. Call (702) 229-5096 for information.
Free Fun and Fit Health Fair (all ages) Saturday, March 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stupak Community Center, 300 W. Boston Avenue, (702) 229-2488. Free information, screenings and advice on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Fun for the whole family.
Hoppin' Bunny Welcome (all ages) Thursday, March 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fee: $12 Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482. Create an adorable bunny and chick greeting sign. See sample when you sign up.
Free Movie in the Park (all ages) Friday, March 30, 6 to 9 p.m. Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to enjoy a new release family movie in Ansan Sister City Park. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Event moves indoors in case of inclement weather.
Eggspectacular (all ages) Saturday, March 31, 10 to 11 a.m. Free admission. $1 for 10 carnival game tickets. Brinley Community School, 6150 Smoke Ranch Road, (702) 229-2642. Enjoy an Easter egg hunt and carnival games.
In the light of the complete NBA All-Star invasion that's already begun, we are dedicating this weekend's listing solely to related events.
It seems like every basketball player and rapper worth their salt will be here, often super-humanly at two events at once.
Expect the traffic to be even worse than normal. Not only will the streets be awash with NBA stars and their posses trying to get from one party to the next, an additional 320 cabs and 77 limos have been authorized to take to the streets, which could give new meaning to the NBA All-Star "Jam Session."
Here's what's happening:
Main Events: NBA All-Star Jam Session at Mandalay Bay (02/15/07-02/19/07); the Harlem Globetrotters: 2007 "Nothing Like It" Tour and Harlem Globetrotters vs. Dennis Rodman's All-Stars are at the Orleans Arena (02/17/07); and the Thomas and Mack Center hosts the NBA Rookie Challenge (02/16/07); the Slam Dunk and Three-Point Shootout contests (02/17/07); and the 56th NBA All-Star Game (02/18/07)
Parties: There's the Shaquille O'Neal Party at Mandalay Bay inside MIX (02/15/07); the Winky Wright Party at MGM Grand's Studio 54 (02/15/07); Boss's Ball at Sin Gentlemen's Club (02/15/07); NBA All-Star Weekend kick-off party at Mandalay Bay's Rumjungle (02/15/07); The Ultimate Ladies Night at the Ice House Lounge, hosted by Idris Elba and Big Tigger (02/15/07); All-Star Bash at Mirage's JET Nightclub, hosted by Tracy McGrady and Diddy (02/16/07); SCORES All-Star Weekend hosted by Dennis Rodman, Carmelo Anthony, Lebron James, and Allen Iverson (02/16/07); LL Cool J's Ladies Night Out II at MGM Grand's Studio 54 (02/16/07); the Welcome to Vegas Party at the Palms' Rain nightclub, hosted by Dwayne Wade and Jamie Foxx (02/16/07); the MVP NBA All-Star Party at Mandalay Bay's Rumjungle, hosted by Dwyane Wade (02/16/07); the Official Blackout Party, hosted by YOUNG JEEZY & T.I. at the Ice House Lounge (02/16/07); the All American Ballin' Party at Mandalay Bay's Rumjungle, hosted by Ludacris with guests Shaquille O'Neal, LaDainian Tomlinson, Chris Paul, Troy Smith, Ron Artest, and Rahsad McCants (02/17/07); Club 3300 All-Star Party at Treasure Island hosted by Devean George (02/17/07); Playa's Ball at the Orleans (02/17/07); SCORES 2007 Babes and Ballers Celebrity Bash (02/17/07); All-Star Party with Eva Longoria and Tony Parker at PURE inside Caesars (02/17/07); Grand Master Flash All-Star party at JET inside Mirage (02/17/07); The official Diddy Press Play VIP Lounge with Kid Capri and S&S at the Ice House Lounge (02/17/07), followed by "The West Side Story" hosted by NBA Superstar Ron Artest, E40, Too $hort and MISTAH FAB (02/18/07); Back in Black: All Black Attire Affair at the Palms' Rain Nightclub, hosted by Diddy and Kendra (02/18/07); Magic Jonhson and Robin Thicke's NBA All-Star After Party at MGM Grand's Studio 54, hosted by Flava Flav (02/18/07); SoSo Derrty Weekend at the Aladdin hosted by Nelly and Jermaine Dupri (02/15/07-02/18/07); the Baller's Ball will be at OPM Nightclub, hosted by Gary Payton (02/18/07); and the NBA All-Star Sunday Night at Mandalay Bay’s Rumjungle hosted by James "Hollywood" Robinson, with a special performance by rap artist Jim Jones (02/18/07)
Music/Other: The Roots are at the Hard Rock's Body English (02/15/07), as is as the Old School Hip-Hop Showcase (02/16/07); The Black Eyed Peas play the Orleans (02/26/07) and then will be at the MGM Grand's Tabu Ultra Lounge for their after-party (02/16/07); it's NBA Late Night at the University Theatre (02/17/07); the ESPN Zone at the New York-New York will have special Q & A session and autograph signing with NBA Legends (02/17/07); and KRS-One will be at MGM Grand's Tabu Ultra Lounge (02/18/07)
Pop-punk chart toppers Fall Out Boy headline The Pearl Concert Theater at the Palms on April 29, with Plus 44, The Academy Is..., Paul Wall and Cobra Starship. Tickets are $37 and go on sale at noon Saturday at Ticketmaster outlets.
Comedian Carlos Mencia has added another show at The Pearl on March 23. Tickets are $50 and $75 and go on sale at 10 a.m. today at Ticketmaster outlets.
The annual "Extreme Thing" music and sports festival returns to the Desert Breeze Skate Park on March 31, with Bullet For My Valentine, Static-X, Unwritten Law, the Ataris, the Higher and others. Tickets are $17 in advance, $20 day of show, and are on sale at Ticketmaster outlets.
Blues guitar wunderkind Kenny Wayne Shepherd stops at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay on March 24, with Pinetop Perkins, Hubert Sumlin, Double Trouble, Buddy Fleet and Bryan Lee. General admission tickets are $32 in advance, $35 day of show, seated tickets are $40 and special reserved seats $45. They go on sale at 10 a.m. today at the venue box office, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, and Ticketmaster outlets.
Hard rockers Stone Sour hit the House of Blues on April 20, with Lacuna Coil, Shadows Fall and Six. General admission tickets are $24 in advance, $25 day of show, and go on sale at 10 a.m. today at the venue box office and Ticketmaster outlets.
Blues rock forebears the Yardbirds play The Club at the Cannery on April 6. Tickets are $9.95, $15.95 and $20.95 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Cannery ticket sales counter, 2121 E. Craig Road.
Country favorites T.G. Sheppard and Exile perform at The Club at the Cannery on April 7. Tickets are $9.95, $15.95 and $20.95 and go on sale at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Cannery ticket sales counter.
After the lunacy of last weekend's NBA All-Star invasion, things have returned to some kind of normality with the usual mix of music, comedy, and fighting (uh, okay, not so different from last weekend!) Plus there's some soul food and some extreme rockcrawling thrown in, too, just for the heck of it.
Music: Glen Campbell and daughter Debby will be at the Orleans (02/22/07-02/25/07); at Mandalay Bay's House of Blues features Cartel (02/23/07), Flogging Molly (02/24/07), and Rice Krispies presents Ralph's World (02/24/07); Flogging Molly will also be at Hennessey's Tavern on Fremont Street (02/24/07); Kid Deposit Triumph, Vulcun, Aspire, and Serene will be at the University Theatre (02/23/07), as will DI, Amerikan Made, Infested, Six Shooters To The Sky, and Give 'em Hell (02/24/07),and The Cab, Camden, It's Like Love, and Goodbye Tomorrow (02/24/07); Styx will be at the Luxor (02/23/07); Tom and Dick the Smothers Brothers play the Suncoast (02/23/07-02/25/07); Terri Clark's at Boulder Station (02/24/07); and Thirty Seconds to Mars will be at the Hard Rock (02/24/07)
Comedy: Howie Mandel's at the MGM Grand (02/19/07-03/01/07); Brad Garrett's onstage at the Mirage (02/23/07-02/24/07); Kathy Griffin will be at Mandalay Bay (02/23/07); Paula Poundstone's at Boulder Station (02/23/07); Rodney Carrington will be performing at the Luxor (02/23/07-02/24/07); and the Playboy Comedy Tour, featuring Bill Dwyer and Joel McHale, will be at the Palms (02/24/07)
Other: Fitgerald's hosts the Taste & Sounds of Soul (02/23/07-02/25/07); Pride Fighting 33 will be at the Thomas and Mack (02/24/07); NASCAR Nights is at the Silverton, with specials and giveaways (02/23/07-03/08/07); and the Fiesta Henderson will host the World Extreme Rockcrawling Western U.S. Nationals (02/24/07-02/25/07)
Upcoming Highlights
Fu-Sion 2007 Feb. 13-14 Aladdin Theatre Jamie Foxx Feb. 16 Aladdin Theatre Black Eyed Peas Feb. 16 Orleans Arena Christina Aguilera Mar. 3 Mandalay Bay Events Center Bob Seger Mar. 3 MGM Grand Garden Arena Brooks & Dunn Mar. 7-10 Las Vegas HIlton Theater My Chemical Romance Mar. 7 Orleans Arena Eric Clapton, Robert Cray Mar. 10 MGM Grand Garden Arena Rod Stewart Mar. 17 MGM Grand Garden Arena Evanescence Mar. 17 Pearl Concert Theater, The Palms
From April 15-20, international Queen of Burlesque Dita Von Teese will be appearing in a series of exclusive performances MGM Grand's Crazy Horse Paris production.
The performances are one of many events lined up to celebrate the recent name change from La Femme.
Dita Von Teese was born in Rochester, Michigan and raised in a historic, antique filled home. Her mother was a manicurist and her father was a machinist.
Her fascination with 1940s cinema and classic retro style began at a young age and was fostered by her mother, who would buy clothes for Dita to dress up in. Her mother was a fan of old, Golden-era Hollywood films, and it was from her that Dita developed a fascination with the actresses of that day, especially Betty Grable, an actress that she frequently cites as her favorite.
She was classically trained as a ballet dancer from age five, and danced solo at age thirteen for a local ballet company. Though she originally wanted to be a ballerina, Von Teese states that "By 15 I was as good as I’d ever be". She was later to incorporate this element into her burlesque shows, where she frequently goes en pointe.
At age twelve she moved from Michigan to Orange County, California with her parents and her two sisters. Shortly after, her father left her mother. She later re-married.
As a teenager, Von Teese's mother took her to buy her first bra, made from plain white cotton, and gave her a plastic egg containing a pair of wrinkly, flesh-coloured tights. Von Teese says she was disappointed as she had been hoping to receive beautiful lacy garments and stockings, of the type she had glimpsed in her father's Playboymagazines. This fuelled her passion for lingerie. She worked in a lingerie store as a salesgirl when she was fifteen, and eventually as a buyer. This was where she got her first corset.
Von Teese began her career in a local strip club when she was nineteen. Disappointed with the lack originality in all the other strippers' acts, Von Teese created a vintage-inspired look, with bee-hive hairstyle and elbow-length gloves, confusing and fascinating the clientele. She later became a fetish model and finally a burlesque star. Her retro pin-up look, frequently emulating Bettie Page in photo shoots, set her apart from most other fetish models.
Her official website, often referred to as one of the first model sites on the internet, was created in 1992.[1]
Von Teese was featured in Playboy magazine in 1999, 2001 and 2002. It was her Playboy cover in December of 2002 that gave her her last name. Originally known simply as "Dita", a tribute to silent film actress Dita Parlo,[2] Playboy insisted she use a last name. She picked "Von Treese" out of the phonebook, but it was misspelled "Von Teese". Dita, preferring the typo, adopted it as her name. Dita says that it is her appearances in Playboy that finally won her father's respect for her profession.
Von Teese has been fond of wearing elaborate lingerie such as corsets and stockings from a young age, and in her words, "puts the tease back into striptease" with long, elaborate dance shows with props and characters, often inspired by 1930s and 1940s musicals and films. Some of her famous dances include a feather fan dance, inspired by burlesque dancer Sally Rand, and numbers involving a carousel horse, a giant powder compact, a filigree heart and a claw-toe bathtub with a working showerhead. Her signature show features a giant martini glass.
Green Valley Ranch Gears up for Summer Performances
Swing kings Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy will take the stage May 1
Some of the biggest names in entertainment will be paying a visit to Henderson this summer as Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa and Casino gears up for another hot season of entertainment spanning multiple musical genres. Kicking off the summer concert season, swing kings Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy will take the stage May 18. The band’s appearance in the cult classic movie “Swingers” helped catapult their blend of jazz, blues and swing music into mainstream radio with their hit “You and Me and the Bottle Makes Three Tonight (Baby).”
May also brings 1990s grunge rock icons, Collective Soul on May 25 and 26. Breaking into the scene with their 1994 number one hit “Shine,” Collective Soul’s angst ridden sound continued to yield success with multi-platinum albums throughout the 1990s and number one hits like “December,” “Where the River Flows,” and “The World I Know.”
Heartthrob Rick Springfield performs a special two day engagement June 8 and 9. Springfield epitomized the 1980s heart throb on the soap opera “General Hospital” before crossing over into pop music stardom with the hit “Jessie’s Girl.” Throughout the decade, Springfield continued to release top-10 singles like “I’ve Done Everything for You,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers” and “Affair of the Heart.”
Performing June 16, “the loudest rock ‘n roll band in the world” Grand Funk Railroad will take the stage. Known as of the most successful hard rock band in the 1970s, the band scored five platinum albums between 1969 and 1972 with hit songs like “I’m Your Captain,” “Closer to Home” and “Bad Time.”
Get ready to groove July 13 when Kool and the Gang perform their greatest hits at Green Valley Ranch. Known as one of the most influential funk bands during the 1970s, their instantly recognizable dance hits including “Celebration,” “I Wanna Take You Higher,” “Some Kind of Wonderful” and “Open Sesame” off of the “Saturday Night Fever” soundtrack, continue to keep them in the spotlight.
Country duo Montgomery Gentry will also hit the stage July 27. Named Best Country Duo in 2000 by the Country Music Association, Montgomery Gentry continues to produce best selling albums. The duo recorded several top-10 hits including “Hillbilly Blues,” “Lonely and Gone,” “She Couldn’t Change Me,” as well as “If You Ever Stop Loving Me” and “Something to be Proud Of,” both of which went to number one.
A catalyst for jazz rock, Stanley Clarke is the world’s premier electric bass player and will be performing August 4. Not only is Clarke a renowned jazz musician, producing 14 solo albums in his illustrious career, he is also a recognized movie composer having received countless honors including a GRAMMY award and being named Rolling Stone’s first Jazzman of the Year.
Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa and Casino has featured such headlining artists as Train, Smokey Robinson, Seal and the Black Eyed Peas. The first boutique luxury resort built off the Las Vegas Strip, Green Valley Ranch opened a $110 million expansion in October, the property’s third major expansion since opening in December 2001. New amenities include a 1,200 space parking garage; a new state-of-the-art 240-seat race & sports book, which boasts a 110 foot video wall powered by 18 projectors; a new 22-table 24-hour non-smoking poker room; more slot and video poker machines; two more restaurants, Tides Oyster Bar and Turf Grill; and an additional 14,000 square feet of meeting and convention space. Opening by spring 2007 will be additional casino space and a 500-seat lounge and entertainment venue.
The award-winning musical Jerry Springer the Opera, which took London's West End by storm, is coming to the MGM Grand for two concert-style performances March 17 and 18.
The shows will star members of the casts of Jubilee!, Folies Bergère, Mamma Mia!, and Phantom of the Opera, with Artie Anderson leading the cast as Jerry Springer.
The show will perform at 1 p.m. both days, with tickets priced at $30, $50, and $75 and proceeds benefitting HIV/AIDS charity Golden Rainbow.
Jimmy Hopper Returns - Long time Las Vegas headliner Jimmy Hopper is coming back for a couple nights in May. Seems like every few weeks, someone still asks about him and when/if he'll be playing again. He returns May 12 and 13, 2007 at the Suncoast Hotel Casino in Northwest Las Vegas. Tickets available by calling 702-636-7075 and more info about Jimmy and his current projects at http://www.jimmyhopper.com
Jimmy Hopper
Maybe you're looking for a little opera to lift your spirits. Maybe some rock and roll is what you're hankering for. Or maybe you just want to take a bit of a stroll down memory lane and relive the great oldies of the past. No matter what you are looking for, you will find all this and more at just one great venue. Sound impossible? Well check it out for yourself by getting yourself tickets to see the amazing Jimmy Hopper live in concert. He is an entire radio all bundled into one person, with a variety of stations and genres to choose from.
Hopper has been hailed as the single greatest unknown performer in the United States of America. That's probably the best way to describe him. Hopper has been around the music industry for a long time now and it looks like he has been taking his time to hone and craft all his varied talents until they became perfect. Now he is one of the most sought after entertainers in the country with billings, tours and performances that extend all across America and all around the world.
Hopper's infatuation with music began very early, at the tender age of three. Even then, he became famous across his neighborhood for setting up performances for his siblings and neighborhood children. For his adoring audience, he would obligingly sing as loudly as he could and people would often remark that he would go on to be a singer one day.
He soon taught himself to play the guitar and was playing and singing away like a professional. By then the family had shifted to a military base in Hawaii and Hopper began playing in the teen clubs that abounded there. After high school he begrudgingly joined Business College but the call of music was too loud and persistent. He quit and began to teach himself to play the piano. To this day, Hopper has never taken a lesson for the instruments he plays but has consistently wowed the other musicians he has performed with by his talent and skill. __________________
It's a musical cornucopia of a weekend, with everything from Tom Jones at the MGM Grand and Christina Aguilera at MBay to Tokyo Smog at the Art Bar. Plus, there's music and wine at the Empire Ballroom tonight, or (free) music and lots of fun arty stuff at First Fridays downtown. Here, check it out:
Music/Comedy: Neil Sedaka's performing at the Orleans (02/28/07-03/04/07); Air Supply's at the Sun Coast (03/02/07-03/04/07); Drop Kick Murphy's play Mandalay Bay's House of Blues (03/02/07); Searchlight will be performing at the University Theatre (03/02/07); as will Halifax (03/03/07); catch The Beach Boys at the Luxor (03/02/07-03/03/07); Seven Mary Three will be at the Hard Rock (03/02/07) and so will Joan Jett and The Blackhearts (03/03/07); Viva! Tribute to Santana play the Cannery (03/02/07-03/03/07); Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band's performing at the MGM (03/03/07); and so's Tom Jones (03/03/07-03/14/07); Christina Aguilera's performing in the Mandalay Bay Events Center (03/03/07); The Oohlas will be Downtown at the Beauty Bar (03/03/07); Lee Ritenour's at Santa Fe Station (03/03/07); and if it's a giggle you're after, David Spade's at the Mirage (03/02/07-03/03/07); and George Lopez is at the Hilton (03/02/07-03/03/07)
It's First Fridays again, and it's a particularly musical month: Tokyo Smog and Ghost Riders in Disguise play the Art Bar, while the Verge Music Stage (California and Casino Center) will host Eddie Haskell and His Singing Saw from the L.A. underground art scene, plus Hedwig and the Angry Ich and Machina Candeo, which is apparently a dramatic fire performance company who modern dance, music, vibrant costuming and makeup, and the element of fire; meanwhile, the Land Rover Stage (Colorado and Casino Center) will have music from 6 p.m., featuring To The Moon and Sputnik Monroe; and last but not least, Vista Four will be on the Third Street Stage.
Other stuff: Rock n' Roll Wine's AMPLIFIED wine tasting, with music from Dashboard Confessionals, will be at the Empire Ballroom (03/02/07); it's the Make a Strike Against Poverty Bowl-a-thon at the Gold Coast (03/03/07); and the Hilton hosts the X Marks the Slot $75,000 slot tournament (03/03/07-03/04/07)
In case you hadn't noticed, it's NASCAR weekend in Vegas, so expect some wicked traffic just about everywhere, especially on the US-95 approaching the LV Motor Speedway. If you don't want to drive, there's also a CAT bus service to/from the venue. There are still a few tickets left for the events on the official Web site (see below) – just don't expect to get two seats together.
And if loud cars going round and round just is't your thing, there's plenty of other stuff to choose from. Look:
Music/Comedy: Brooks and Dunn play the Hilton (03/07/07-03/10/07); Tom Jones is still at MGM (through 03/14/07) and so’s Eric Clapton (03/10/07); Earth, Wind and Fire will be at the Luxor (03/08/07-03/17/07); Boney James (03/09/07) and Loverboy (03/14/07) play Boulder Station; Papa Roach will be at the Palms inside Rain (03/09/07); Confederate Railroad’s at the Cannery (03/09/07), as is RockShow! The Ultimate Tribute Concert (03/10/07); the Hard Rock welcomes the Steve Miller Band (03/09/07) and AFI (03/11/07); at Texas Station it's Soul Jam 2007 (03/09/07); and there's a whole load of bands at the University Theatre including Lydia Vance, Jr. Anti-Sex League, Sparrows Gate, and Pigasus (03/09/07); Forget McCarran (03/10/07); and Anberlin, Bayside, Jonezetta, Meg, and Dia (03/11/07); JoDee Massina’s at Buffalo Bill’s (03/10/07); the Last of the Breed Tour is at the Aladdin (03/10/07); Mandalay Bay’s House of Blues has Taking Back Sunday (03/10/07; and Ozomatli (03/11/07); and at the Mandalay Bay Event Center it's Rascal Flatts (03/10/070. There's more music at the new Neon Garage venue (see NASCAR listings), while the comics in town this weekend include Bill Engvall at the Orleans (03/08/07-03/11/07), Ray Romano at the Mirage (03/09/07-03/10/07), and the Playboy Comedy Club featuring Bobby Lee and Stephen Rannazzisi (03/10/07) at the Palms
NASCAR Events: There're autograph signings a-go-go with all your favorite drivers at the Sahara's Nascar Café (03/09/07), the Stratosphere's new Center Bar (03/09/07), and the Arizona Charlie's Boulder lobby (03/09/07); the Race Jam 2007 free event on Fremont Street features Tony Marques, Brent Payne, Riders of the Thunderdome, Darryl Worley, Deep South, and The Speaks Brothers (03/09/07-03/11/07), plus there's live entertainment from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. all weekend at the new Neon Garage venue at the LV Motor Speedway, with day passes for $99. Visit the official Web site for a detailed schedule and info. on how to purchase remaining tickets for the main race events: http://www.lvms.com/
Other stuff: Warming up for St Patrick's Day, it's Ragus, The Irish Dance Show at the Suncoast (3/09/07-03/11/07), or you can Hike Red Rock with local social networking/dating service Get Out! (03/11/07) – visit GetOutlv.com for the lowdown on this one. The Flamingo hosts the Educational Taste of Excellence Wine Tasting, Spirits, and Jazz event (03/10/07). Oh, and the previews performances for the much anticipated Spamalot begin at the Wynn tonight.
Vegas on St Patricks and This March Madness Weekend
Obviously, the main event this weekend is St Patrick's Day, which Las Vegas, with its plethora of Irish pubs and "any excuse for a party" attitude, likes to celebrate in true style. But if green beer isn't your thing, there's plenty of other stuff going on too, including the debut of the Palms' new music venue, The Pearl, Roseanne Barr at New York-New York, and, direct from its smash run in London's West End, Jerry Springer The Opera, performed concert-style, at the MGM.
Music/Comedy: Earth, Wind and Fire will be at the Luxor (03/08/07-03/17/07); Donny Osmond's at the Orleans (03/15/07-03/18/07); English Beat's at MBay's House of Blues (03/16/07), as is An Evening with Stephen Lynch (03/17/07); at the University Theatre it's Guttermouth, Happy Campers, and Betting on Tomorrow (03/16/07), plus and The Matches, Audrey Sessions, Narwhal, and The Cab (03/18/07); Rattle and Hum-Tribute to U2 will be at the Cannery (03/16/07); The Dan Band will be at the Hard Rock (03/16/07-03/18/07); Grammy-winners Evanescence open Pearl, the new concert venue at the Palms (03/17/07); KC & The Sunshine Band perform at the Tropicana (03/17/07); the Las Vegas Tenors will be at the Suncoast (03/17/07-03/18/07); and Rod Stewart's at the MGM (03/17/07); while comedy-wise, Jay Leno's back at the Mirage (3/16/07-03/17/07); Lewis Black's at the MGM (03/15/07-03/21/07); and Roseanne Barr's headlining at New York-New York (03/15/07-04/30/07)
St. Patrick's Day highlights: O'Shea's, the Strip's only Irish casino, hosts an outdoor block party on Friday and Saturday, with drink specials, live entertainment, and beer pong; there are Irish festivals at Lake Las Vegas (03/16-03/17/07), at the Henderson Event Center & Amphitheater (03/15-03/18/07); and Fremont Street (03/16-03/17/07); while downtown Henderson hosts its annual St Paddy's Day parade on Saturday, with Carrot Top as Grand Marshal. If that's not enough, every Irish pub (and many non-Irish pubs) will be hosting some kind of celebration, with food and drink specials abounding. Some of the bigger ones include: Fadó Irish Pub (Green Valley Ranch), McCormick & Schmick's seafood restaurant (335 Howard Hughes Center), Jack's Irish Pub (Palace Station), Nine Fine Irishmen (New York-New York), Sean Patrick's on W. Flamingo (across from the DMV), JC Wooloughan's (Rampart), Brendan's Irish Pub (Orleans), McMullan's Irish Pub (next to the Orleans), Hennessey's (Fremont Street), and the Crown & Anchor (E. Tropicana).
Other Showtime '07 will be at the Starbright Theater (03/16/07-04/01/07); Jerry Springer The Opera's at the MGM (03/17/07-03/18/07); the 2007 Ice Racing World Championship Open will be at the Orleans (03/17/07); Marco Barrera vs. Juan Marquez is at Mandalay Bay (03/17/07); and new retro-themed nightspot Polly Esther's at the Stratosphere has its grand opening (03/16/07)
Vegas This Weekend and our UNLV is at the Sweet Sixteen Fri. night.
There's a veritable smorgasbord of entertainment on offer this weekend, from a serious lineup of heavy hitters in the comedy department to a musical feast for the ears. And it's Hef's birthday party. We hope you can make it.
Music: Wild Child's at the Hard Rock (03/23/07-03-24/07); the Dave Matthews Band's at the MGM (03/23/04-03/24/07); Gino Vannelli's performing at the Suncoast (03/23/07-03/25/07); Stevie Nicks plays Caesars Palace (03/23/07-03/24/07); The Freddy Eckstine Experience will be at the Cannery (03/23/07-03/24/07); Al Stewart’s at Sunset Station (03/24/07); Blue Oyster Cult’s performing at Boulder Station (03/24/07); Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s at Mandalay Bay (03/24/07); and Ty Hendon’s at Santa Fe Station (03/24/07)
Comedy: Jay Leno's at the Mirage (03/23/07-03/24/07); Roseanne Barr's headlining at New York New York (03/15/07-04/30/07); Gerry McCambridge, The Mentalist, will be at the Rampart (03/18/07-03/29/07); at the Golden Nugget is Don Rickles (03/22/07-03/24/07); Carlos Mencia's at the Palms (03/23/07); Rodney Carrington's performing at the Luxor (03/23/07-03/24/07); Joel Mchale and Jeff Ross will be performing at the Playboy Comedy Club (03/24/07); Sinbad's at the Orleans (03/23/07-03/25/07); and the Alternative Press Tour will be at Mandalay Bay's House of Blues (03/23/07)
Other Showtime 07 will be at the Starbright Theater (03/16/07-04/01/07); it's World Extreme Cagefighting at the Hard Rock (03/24/07); the Palms will be celebrating Hef's Birthday Weekend with parties at all the clubs (03/23/07-03/25/07); David Copperfield's performing at the MGM (03/22/07-04/19/07); the Jamz Cheerleading and Dance National Championships will be at the Orleans (03/23/07-03/25/07); the 5th Bi-Annual Poker Run presented by the High Rollers Riders Association will be at Hooters (03/25/07); the Monster Jam World Finals take place at the Sam Boyd Stadium (03/24/07); and the Blues, Brews, and Bar-BQs at Hogs and Heifers will begin with the Kickoff Bar-BQ featuring the Dive Kings (03/25/07)
Bon Jovi headlines “Tiger Jam X”, the benefit concert for the Tiger Woods Foundation, May 26th at the Mandalay Bay Events Center. Since its creation the event has raised over $10 million dollars. In concert with the show the foundation auctions things like a meet n great with Sting (that went for $65,000 last year) or private putting lessons with Tiger (that sold for $155,000), get the scoops on this years auction here.
BON JOVI TO HEADLINE "TIGER JAM X" - OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
(Wednesday, March 21, 2007)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2007
BON JOVI AND TIGER WOODS REUNITE IN LAS VEGAS TO CELEBRATE 10 YEARS OF TIGER JAM
Rock Superstars Bon Jovi To Join Golf Legend Tiger Woods At Tiger Jam X Presented by AT&T May 26 at Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Two powerhouses, Tiger Woods and Bon Jovi, will reunite for the 10th annual Tiger Jam, presented by AT&T Saturday, May 26, 2007, at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Marking 10 years of unforgettable concerts, Tiger Jam X will also be a fitting tribute to the estimated 10 million young people Tiger Jam has helped by raising funds for the Tiger Woods Foundation.
A decade in the making, this celebration will begin with exclusive live and silent auctions and a gourmet dinner. Following the dinner and auctions, Woods will welcome Bon Jovi to the Mandalay Bay Events Center stage for what promises to be an amazing show.
“I am thrilled to mark 10 years of Tiger Jam with Bon Jovi,” Woods said. “We always welcome rock legends at Tiger Jam and having Bon Jovi headline is truly an honor. We have a lot to celebrate, so I know it will be an amazing night.”
Bon Jovi has remained one of rock’s biggest stars and has sold more than one hundred million albums worldwide. Flush with the success of their record-breaking world tour and multi-platinum album Have A Nice Day, Bon Jovi has completed a new album, LOST HIGHWAY, which will arrive in stores June 19th on Island Records/Mercury Nashville. “(You Want To) Make A Memory,” the first single from the new album, was blasted out to radio on Tuesday, March 20th. Still being a forefront in the music industry for over two decades, Bon Jovi recently won the 2007 Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration with Vocal and made history by becoming the first Rock & Roll Band to have a #1 hit on Billboard's Hot Country Chart in May of 2006.
Since it’s creation in 1998, Tiger Jam has raised more than $10 million for the Tiger Woods Foundation and select Las Vegas based charities through its sold-out performances and one-of-a-kind auction items. In 2006, a Meet & Greet with Sting in New York raised $65,000 and a putting lesson with Tiger Woods raised $155,000. Sponsorships are now available for this exclusive event.
Tickets to see Bon Jovi perform at Tiger Jam X, presented by AT&T, go on sale Saturday, March 24 at 10 a.m. Tickets for the concert will be available through Ticketmaster Charge-By-Phone lines at (702) 474-4000, at all Ticketmaster retail ticket centers, http://www.ticketmaster.com, and at the Mandalay Bay Events Center Box Office (702) 632-7580. Individual ticket prices start at $100. More information on Bon Jovi can be found at http://www.bonjovi.com and http://www.backstagejbj.com.
Tiger Jam was created by the Tiger Woods Foundation, an organization dedicated to empowering young people to reach their maximum potential. Proceeds from previous Tiger Jams have supported Child Haven, Center for Independent Living, Greater Las Vegas Inner City Games, Boys & Girls Club of Las Vegas, GRAMMY in the Schools and The VH1 Save the Music Foundation.
Established in 1996 by Tiger Woods and his father Earl, the Tiger Woods Foundation empowers young people to reach their highest potential through character development and educational programs. Specific program offerings from TWF include the 14-acre Tiger Woods Learning Center, a youth-education facility focused on helping young people make the connection between the classroom and a rewarding career, and Start Something, a nationwide character development program that boasts more than 4 million participants. More information on the Tiger Woods Foundation and its programs can be found at http://www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org.
About AT&T AT&T Inc. is a premier communications holding company in the United States and around the world, with operating subsidiaries providing services under the AT&T brand. AT&T is the recognized world leader in providing IP-based communications services to businesses and the U.S. leader in providing wireless, high speed Internet access, local and long distance voice, and directory publishing and advertising through its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding video entertainment offerings to include such next-generation television services as AT&T U-verseSM TV. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com.
The Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino celebrates its eighth anniversary this spring, continuing in its tradition of elegance and excitement as one of the top resorts on the Las Vegas Strip. The AAA Four Diamond Resort is known for its luxurious rooms; a wide array of fine dining destinations and its signature sand and surf beach, but Mandalay Bay has emerged as one of the world’s premiere entertainment venues. The Mandalay Bay Theatre is currently home to the international smash hit musical Mamma Mia!, and the House of Blues Concert Hall offers live musical performances in an unparalleled environment.
Home of the Tiger Jam series, the 12,000-seat Mandalay Bay Events Center regularly plays host to a wide range of top entertainment offerings, from the most exciting match-ups in the sport of boxing to performances from the world’s best musical starts - including opera maestros Luciano Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli and the Three Tenors, to popular stars such as Britney Spears, Shakira, and George Strait.
Comedienne Rita Rudner has announced an agreement in principle to extend her stay as headliner at Harrah's Las Vegas until January 2010. Also, during July and August, a limited number of special $20 "Locals' Appreciation" tickets will be available to Las Vegas residents on a first-come, first-served basis. Normal ticket prices are $54 and $90 (plus taxes and fees).
Tomorrow just after midnight (that would be Saturday night, 3/31/07), you can meet the women from the topless Fantasy show and revue at Luxor.
They appear and will sign autographs at Ivan Kane's Forty Deuce at sister casino Mandalay Bay (a hop, skip, and a tram ride away) and will hand out free show tickets (valued at $45), calendars, and items of clothing (ahem).
The Fantasy girls even have their own risque online slot machine. You get 50 spins to score as high as you can, with top scores placed on their leaderboard. The bonus round has one of the girls strutting toward us on stage and lifting her skirt if she has one.
Some big names in music and comedy, plus the usual mix of magic, sports, and the foxy ladies of FANTASY at Ivan Kane's Forty Deuce.
Music: Liza Minnelli's at the Luxor (03/29/07-03/31/07); Candy Dulfer's at Santa Fe Station (03/30/07); Dramarama's at the new Polly Esther's venue inside the Stratosphere (03/30/07), followed by LA Guns and Love on the Rocks (03/31/07); Elton John's at Caesars Palace (03/30/07-03/31/07); The Gatlin Brothers are at Boulder Station (03/30/07); ZZ Top will be at the Hilton (03/30/07-03/31/07); Jeremy Camp's at Mandalay Bay's House of Blues (03/30/07), and so's Enanitos Verdes (03/31/07), and Cowboy Mouth and the Pat McGee Band (04/01/07); Esteban's at the Suncoast (03/31/07-04/01/07); and at the Cannery it's Mopars at the Strip Party (03/31/07)
Comedy/Magic: Jay Leno's back at the Mirage (03/23/07-03/24/07); Roseanne Barr continues her headlining stint at New York-New York (03/15/07-04/30/07); Colin Quinn and Greg Giraldo will be at the Hard Rock (03/30/07); Jon Lovitz's at the Orleans (03/30/07-04/01/07); and David Copperfield's at MGM (03/22/07-04/19/07)
OtherShowtime 07 continues at the Starbright Theater (03/16/07-04/01/07); the NHL Alumni and Celebrity Classic will be at the Orleans (03/31/07); it's the 12th Annual Extreme Thing Sports and Music Festival will be at the Desert Breeze Park (03/31/07); the ladies of FANTASY will be at Ivan Kane's Forty Deuce at Mandalay Bay (03/31/07); and Triq nightclub debuts at Desert Passage (03/30/07-04/01/07)
A month after it closed for renovations, Wynn Las Vegas' Le Rêve Theater reopens today. Not only has the showroom been completely refurnished and reupholstered, but almost 500 seats have also been removed for a more intimate viewing experience.
"LE RÊVE" THEATER AT WYNN LAS VEGAS REOPENS ON APRIL 5
Theater Experience Evolves with Environmental Redesign and Introduction of VIP Indulgence Package
LAS VEGAS (April 5, 2007) /PRNewswire/ — With the evocative spectacle, "Le Rêve" (The Dream), Wynn Las Vegas has redefined both the traditional theatrical experience as well as the place in which it occurs. Inspired by the casual elegance of the resort it calls home, the "Le Rêve" Theater environment has been completely remodeled with a warmer palate, the most luxurious seats on the Las Vegas Strip and a VIP Indulgence Package complete with champagne bottle service and behind-the-scenes video monitors.
The redesign of the "Le Rêve" Theater started minutes after the last show on March 5 and took over 200 workers and 30 days to complete. Designed by Mark Fisher and Roger Thomas, the extensive project included repainting the theater, recovering the walls, installing entirely new custom-made seating and flooring and creating the exclusive Champagne Circle area. The theater went from 2087 seats to 1606, providing additional room for guests and a more intimate theatrical experience. The surroundings are now soft and warm with rhythmic decorative flourishes inspired by Art Nouveau floral motifs. Luxe fabrics, plush chairs and a warm blend of cocoa, bronze and deep reds complete the feeling of elegance and style.
For those craving the ultimate in luxury, the new VIP Indulgence Package offers an evening of extravagance with complimentary Perrier-Jouët champagne bottle service; chocolate covered strawberries; generously-scaled lounge seating with plenty of leg room; and video monitors providing up-close imagery and behind-the-scenes glimpses during the show. Package holders will experience the prestige of exclusive opportunities at Wynn Las Vegas with a "Privileged Access" pass for dining and entertainment on the day of the performance. The VIP Indulgence Package is generously priced $159 per person and is limited to less than 100 seats per show.
"Le Rêve" offers breathtaking performances in an intimate aqua theater in-the-round. With seats no more than 12 rows from the stage, the theater provides an intimate setting which allows the audience to escape reality and let their provoked imagination lead the way. The show features aerial acrobatics, provocative choreography and artistic athleticism. Live music and elaborate special effects immerse the audience into a world of fantasy, adventure and intrigue. "Le Rêve" was created by DRAGONE, whose signature brand of visually stunning and innovative entertainment is at the core of the production.
Ticket prices are $99 (Splash Zone), $119 (Premium Seating) and $159 (VIP Indulgence Package). The new show schedule is 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, Monday and Thursday; 8:30 p.m. on Friday; and 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 on Saturday. The show is dark (no performances) on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information please visit http://www.wynnlasvegas.com or call 702-770-WYNN.
Wynn Resorts is traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol WYNN and, since December 2004, it has been part of the NASDAQ-100 Index. Wynn Las Vegas, a luxury hotel and destination casino resort located on the Las Vegas Strip, opened to the public on April 28, 2005. Wynn Las Vegas features 2,716 luxurious guest rooms and suites; an 111,000 square foot casino; 22 food and beverage outlets; an on-site 18-hole golf course; approximately 223,000 square feet of meeting space; an on-site Ferrari and Maserati dealership; and approximately 76,000 square feet of retail space. For more information, visit http://www.wynnlasvegas.com.
There’s the usual mix of music, magic, and mayhem, plus an Easter "Eggstravaganza" (uh!) out at Lake Las Vegas. But the big event this weekend is, of course, the Grand Prix, which will pretty much be taking over the downtown area. We’ve listed the highlights, plus there’s a link to the official site for a full schedule of events. Ear plugs can be purchased from your nearest pharmacy.
Music: Rocky Mountain High, a tribute to John Denver, will be at the Silverton (04/06/07-04/07/07); the Disco Kings will be at the Stratosphere (04/06/07) and so will the Bay City Rollers (04/070/07); Rain, a tribute to the Beatles, will be performing at Suncoast (04/06/07-04/08/07); The Yardbirds will be at the Cannery (04/06/07), as will T.G. Sheppard and Exile (04/07/07); The Skooners CD Release Show takes place at the University Theater (04/07/07); Blues Traveler will perform at the Hard Rock (04/07/07); Josh Groban’s at MGM (04/07/07); and the Virgin College Mega Tour featuring Talib Kweli, Sugarcult, and William Tell will be at Mandalay Bay’s House of Blues (04/07/07)
Comedy/Magic: Roseanne Barr's still headlining at New York-New York (03/15/07-04/30/07); Wayne Brady’s at the Venetian (04/05/07-04/29/07); Brad Garrett will be at the Mirage (04/06/07-04/07/07); Dennis Miller's at the Orleans (04/06/07-04/08/07); and David Copperfield's at MGM (03/22/07-04/19/07)
Vegas Grad Prix: The Vegas Grad Prix downtown circuit will be a 2.44-mile, 12-turn temporary street circuit. The circuit will encompass a route that circumnavigates the World Market Center, Fremont Street, and the downtown casinos. This is a three-day event starting on the 6th with the Champ Car registration at 7 a.m. and the practice race at 8:50 a.m., with the qualifying beginning at 2 p.m. Side attractions include the poker tournament inside Binion's, which will start at noon, and the Fremont Street Party that kicks off at 6 p.m. with free music performances on the 3rd Street stage by the Teddybears, Army of Anyone, Chris Cornell, and Big & Rich and Cowboy Troy. On the 7th, there will be a Celebrity Poker Tournament at 7 p.m. inside Benny's Bullpen at Binion's and Loveshack and the LA Allstars will be on the 3rd Street stage. The Champ Car practice will be at 9:40 a.m. with Atlantic qualifying at 12:30 p.m. and Champ Car qualifying at 2 p.m. Loveshack and the LA Allstars will be back for the 8th with the start of the Vegas Grand Prix at 1 p.m. Easter Catholic Mass will be held from 6 a.m.-7 a.m. at the Golden Nugget and non-denominational mass on the roof at Binion's. The Historic Grand Prix race will be from 10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m., Champ Car World Series race from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. (televised live on NBC), the Champ Car Atlantic Series race from 4 p.m.-5 p.m., and from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. the Neonopolis will be featuring the Checker Auto Parts Latin Village.
Music: Steve Tyrell's at the Golden Nugget (04/12/07-04/14/07); The Temptations will be at the Orleans (04/12/07-04/15/07); Brian Culbertson will be at Santa Fe Station (04/13/07), as will Heartland and Chris Young (04/14/07); Frankie Avalon and comedian Babe Pier will be at the Suncoast (04/13/07-04/15/07); George Thorogood and The Destroyers play Mandalay Bay's House of Blues (04/13/07); LeAnn Rimes will be performing at the Luxor (04/13/07); Morris Day and The Time will be at Boulder Station (04/13/07-04/14/07); Quiet Riot's performing at the Silverton (04/13/07) as are the Gin Blossoms (04/14/07); The Lon Bronson Band (04/13/07) and The Fabulous Thunderbirds (04/14/07) will be at the Cannery; the legendary Tony Bennett's performing at the Las Vegas Hilton (04/13/07-04/14/07); Reba McEntire will be at Buffalo Bill's (04/14/07); Battle of the Media, featuring the A-Team (04/13/07) and the Wingers (04/14/07) will be at Polly Esther's at the Stratosphere; at the University Theatre it's Jedi Mind Trick and Sean Price (04/13/07), La Banda Skalavera, Debonaires, Over The Line, and Huxtable (04/14/07); and Steps of Faith, Amber Pacific, Just Surrender, Monty Are I, Powerspace, and The Sophomore Year (04/15/07)
Comedy/Magic: Roseanne Barr continues her headlining run at New York-New York (03/15/07-04/30/07); Jay Leno's at the Mirage (04/13/07-04/14/07); Wayne Brady’s at the Venetian (04/05/07-04/29/07); Jim Gaffigan's at Mandalay Bay (04/13/07); Opie & Anthony's Traveling Virus will be at the Hard Rock (04/14/07); the Palms hosts Sebastian Maniscalco and Jordy Fox (04/14/07); and David Copperfield's at MGM (03/22/07-04/19/07)
Other: The 34th Annual Las Vegas Spring 2007 Car Auction takes place at the South Point (04/13/07); also at the South Point will be the "Brawl in the Barn" presented by Tuff N Uff (04/14/07); UNLVino will be taking place all weekend at various venues including the Hard Rock, The District, and Paris (04/12/07-04/14/07); the 5th Annual Five Star World Poker Tournament is taking place at Bellagio (04/07/07-04/20/07); the 17th Annual Las Vegas AIDS Walk will be at the World Market Center (04/15/07); and the 2nd Annual Fashion Fling will be held downtown at the Beauty Bar (04/13/07)
It's a triple headliner as The Platters, Beary Hobb's Drifters and Cornell Gunter's Coasters take the stage in the Sahara's legendary Congo Room. Catch these talented performers live as they present dozens of the most popular Top 20 hits of the 50's and 60's. Experience their tight harmonies on hits like “Twilight Time,” “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow,” “This Magic Moment,” “Stand By Me,” “Poison Ivy” and “Under the Boardwalk.”
